2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | A | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
